From NBC12 A Richmond teen was shot multiple times at his apartment Thursday night. He’s in critical but stable condition at Chippenham Hospital. Police say a van pulled up Thursday night, and a 15-year-old stumbled out, with blood everywhere. They say his family drove him there, because they live two miles up the Chippenham Parkway.
The School Board of Richmond Public Schools will consider closing three schools. Why would they want to, why it’s controversial, and what happens next. Head to RVA News to read this excellent summary by John Murden. Focus is on Clark Springs but worth a read.
Currently a request on SeeClickFix, the city website for calling attention to issues/problems.
Soon I will be renaming this Bryce Lyle’s Hills and Heights because he keeps cluing me into what’s going on. The latest from Bryce is news that the old tennis courts behind Walgreens and the dialysis center have been refinished and are ready for your volleys.
5415 Dorchester Rd – $539,00 – Shown by Appointment
Calling all artists, crafts people and purveyors of interesting stuff! Looking for a fun and inexpensive place to show and sell your creations and treasures? The Friends of Forest Hill Park is hosting its annual Sunday in the Park event on June 30th in historic Forest Hill Park. The event regularly attracts a couple thousand [...]
Brandon Montijto posted the video and this message on Facebook: A vid I put together from this weekend’s race. You might recognize a few places.
It is extremely likely that I won’t be able to attend Game Nite next week so you should be there tonight to show off your mad dice rolling or excellent strategry skills.
Forest Hill Neighborhood Association meeting is at 7 pm at the Forest Hill Presbyterian Church. There will be a babysitter on hand for the little ones, and Nathan Burrell, newly appointed Manager of the James River Park System is the guest speaker. Summer is great time to get involved in your neighborhood association and our area [...]
Rich Savage, age 51, lived on Cherokee Road and was most recently known for running a very strong campaign for the 4th District School Board seat. RTD has the details on his sudden passing and his contributions to the area, including The Savage Foundation. “He had an incredible ability to listen to someone’s situation and [...]
Located in Manchester’s Silicon Valley, Tumblr the popular photo blogging platform, was bought for $1.1 billion. That is a lot of Legend beer. From CNN Money. The deal, which had been rumored since last Thursday, will help Yahoo to tap into the younger, active online user base at Tumblr. But the deal raises concerns among some [...]
I was enjoying a Richmond Kickers game when this went down. Near as I can figure from the photo above by Jennifer C. and the Facebook posts, this happened around 7:10 and power is still out for some folk.
Let’s block off a street and have a party! All Westover Hills neighbors are invited to attend the annual Westover Hills Neighborhood Picnic on Saturday, May 18, from 4:30 p.m. to dark. The picnic will be on the 1900 block of Prince Arthur Road, between Evelyn Byrd and New Kent. This is a great event [...]
Hi everyone! We’re a couple from Newport News planning to move to Richmond permanently and we’re looking for a house to rent. We have friends in the area and love the neighborhood and would love to live in the area!
From RTD Richmond firefighters pulled two people from the James River tonight near Riverside Drive and 42nd Street. Firefighters were called at about 5:20 p.m. with a report that a kayak had overturned and two people were clinging to a rock. They were pulled to shore and no injuries were reported.
The Forest Hill-Bliley Road Neighborhood Association, Inc., is sponsoring a neighborhood yard sale this Saturday, May 18, 8:00 AM until noon. Weather looks like it will be perfect for a yard sale day!
Victory Farms is giving free plants today in the driveway of 4500 Reedy Avenue. Self service first come first served. Starts right now (10:45 am Thursday), and when plants are gone, they’re gone. Bring your own bag or containers 4 tomato plants per family (a wide variety of specimens) Basil Beets Radishes Kol rabi
Quite the difference from what is happening on the weekends. Hopefully this helps folks get the message about the proper spots for parking. Thanks to Greg H. for the photo.
Sunday, May 19 Noon – 6pm Featuring: Honky Tonk Experience, The Hullabaloos, The Taters, Blue Line Highway, The Janet Martin Band, Cardinal Compass, The Dreamers, The Sommervillians with Solomon Miles & more! Admission: $5 donation Stratford Hills Shopping Center (outside the Cafe) Proceeds benefit the work of Positive Vibe Cafe.
Come to run, stay for fun! Flamingo Fest and 5K 2013 Run! J.B. Fisher Elementary School’s Parent Teacher Association (PTA) will host its annual carnival and 5K for students, parents and the entire Fisher community to support our “Leader in Me” initiative. The event will kick off at 9am with our “Far from Flat” Flamingo [...]
I was clued in by someone in the know that this is a must see show and judging from the song above I tend to agree. This trio has shared the stage with Taj Mahal, Ricky Scaggs, and the Carolina Chocolate Drops. So swing by Crossroads on Thursday, show starts at 8 pm.
You can buy this awesome watercolor print from Summit Ridge on Etsy. Unrelated did you know that in some cultures it’s completely acceptable to send local news bloggers gifts?
